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Active sensors
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Sensors that require an external power source to operate
- sensors
- active
Lapping
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Process of smoothing and polishing engine valve surfaces
- engine
- valve
- lapping
Iron Cross
Community slangEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Popular symbol in VW-related parts and imagery
- symbol
- vw
- imagery
emission controls
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Systems that control the emission of pollutants
- emission
- exhaust
7-seater
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Number of seating positions in a VW Bus
- seating
- bus
PS reservoir
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A container that holds the power steering fluid
- reservoir
- steering
Canvas Fabric
Camper equipmentEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Portion of a Single Cab or Double Cab tilt assembly
- canvas
- cab
HBA
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Hydraulic Brake Assist system, providing full braking power in emergency situations.
- braking
- safety
Lane Departure Warning
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
System that alerts drivers to potential lane departure
- safety
- driving
Oxidizing Catalytic Converter
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Device reducing emissions by converting pollutants
- emissions
- engine
Ground studs
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Metal studs that provide a grounding point for electrical components
- grounding
- ecu
Wolfsburg
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
Wolfsburg Editions are models with a higher level of trim, and are probably intended to stimulate sales late in the model year. In addition trim upgrades, they usually include some options without any extra charge (power mirrors, power door locks, and power windows, etc.) The true Weekender is usually also offered as a Wolfsburg Ed. (It's believed that the Westy Weekender only came as a Wolfsburg Edition.)
Exhaust outlet
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The point at which exhaust gases exit the vehicle
- exhaust
- emissions
Tilt Sensors
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Sensors that detect changes in a vehicle's position or orientation
- security
- alarm
3-tab
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Number of mounting points for VW emblem on front hood
- emblem
- hood
Passive sensors
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Sensors that do not require an external power source to operate
- sensors
- passive
Mainshaft
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The primary shaft that transmits power from the engine to the transmission
- transmission
- clutch
Rear hatch wiper motor
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Electric motor powering the rear hatch wiper
- wipers
- motor
Interior Monitoring
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A feature that monitors the interior of a vehicle for potential threats
- security
- alarm
Resto-Custom
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Style of VW with a stock restoration and possible custom components
- custom
- restoration
Dwell
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Refers to the length of time that the breaker points were closed
- engine
- distributor
PSI
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Pounds per square inch, a unit of measurement for air pressure
- air
- pressure
- measurement
Input shaft
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Shaft that transmits power from the engine to the gearbox
- differential
- syncro
- gearbox
Return hose
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A hose that returns fluid to the power steering reservoir
- hose
- steering